My friend was a vegan and was not anymore after he was in the hosposital for very low blood iron which drained his energy and he fainted.

LARBARS!! Lots (most) are vegan and gluten free! There are even mini packages of them (2-3 bites worth) that are great for fitting into a fuel belt.

Also on my list:

-Braggs (good source of B12)

-Nutritional Yeast

-Quinoa is my favorite pre-race meal...along with tempeh (I try to avoid soy when I can)

-Justin's Nut Butter- they are great replacements for energy "shots" if you will....all types of flavors and great (organic) energy

-I put my own brew of green tea and agave in my fuel belt (don't like all the sugar and dyes in the gatorades)

-If you don't already have one - invest in a dehydrator- I make loads of dried apples, mangoes and kiwi

...I will brainstorm more - I would also love to hear about more of your nutritional creations......hope this helps!

heather